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Social Enterprise AllianceFri, 21 Jul 2017 19:13:34 +0000en-UShourly1https://wordpress.org/?v=4.5.9Join social enterprise’s premier, national convening Summit ’17 in Los Angeles, CA on September 18 – 20, 2017.http://socialenterprisealliancent.org/join-social-enterprises-premier-national-convening-summit-17-los-angeles-ca-september-18-20-2017/
Fri, 21 Jul 2017 19:13:34 +0000http://socialenterprisealliancent.org/?p=2675Summit ’17 registration is open! Join the nation’s social enterprise leaders at Summit ‘17 to create opportunity, build community and explore innovation across the sector. This premier convening will feature the perspectives of distinguished changemakers revolutionizing the field. Attendees will have the chance to examine the practices of social enterprise, delve into the creation of…

]]>Summit ’17 registration is open! Join the nation’s social enterprise leaders at Summit ‘17 to create opportunity, build community and explore innovation across the sector. This premier convening will feature the perspectives of distinguished changemakers revolutionizing the field. Attendees will have the chance to examine the practices of social enterprise, delve into the creation of impact and network with hundreds of professionals and experts
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Registration is discounted for SEA Members. To access the discount code, SEA members should login to their account and visit the Discount page.

Register today to claim your spot at the social enterprise event of the year!

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Thu, 08 Jun 2017 05:10:29 +0000http://socialenterprisealliancent.org/?p=2663Join us June 27 for the next webinar in our Social Finance Series! Tuesday, June 27 / 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. CT / $35 Thus far in our Social Finance Webinar Series, we’ve discussed funding options with foundations, lenders and other funders. But what is the experience actually like for the social enterprises receiving…

Thus far in our Social Finance Webinar Series, we’ve discussed funding options with foundations, lenders and other funders. But what is the experience actually like for the social enterprises receiving the funding? Join Social Enterprise Alliance (SEA) June 27 at 11 a.m. CT for our third Social Finance Webinar, Financing Through the Lens of the Social Enterprise. This webinar will provide an in-depth look at sources of funding, expectations vs. reality, comprehensive financing strategies and real-life challenges, all from the perspective of the social enterprises themselves. Attendees will learn about grants, loans, bonds and more, featuring experienced fundraisers from RecycleForce, Center for Employment Opportunities, Common Energy and DC Central Kitchen.

Registration is free for Social Enterprise Alliance members. To access the discount code, SEA members should log in to their accounts and visit the discount page.

To learn more about the benefits of SEA membership, visit our online Membership page.

Registrants will receive instructions on accessing the webinar via email. If you are considering financing options for your social enterprise, be sure to attend!

To view past webinars, SEA members should log in to their account and visit the Webinar page.

Join Social Enterprise Alliance (SEA) each month in 2017 for our Social Finance Webinar Series, a collection of monthly webinars meant to demystify social finance and empower social enterprises with resources to successfully raise capital. SEA’s Social Finance Webinar Series will present actionable information, the latest research and case studies to bring light to social enterprise finance. To learn more about the series, visit our website.

Kirsten Ham, Director of Social Enterprise, at Presbyterian Night Shelter, who leads an employment-based social enterprise program working with the homeless.

Marianne Woerner, Vice President of Social Enterprises at Catholic Charities Fort Worth, who oversees three social enterprises in the areas of translation, Interpretation and immigration services.
Learn more about Social Enterprise University and our upcoming workshop on June 17
Brainstorm with us to shape SEA North Texas to serve you better

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Thu, 01 Jun 2017 21:42:26 +0000http://socialenterprisealliancent.org/?p=2640What You Need to Know About the Legal and Financial Concerns in Starting Your Own Enterprise venture. The 2016 statistics published by the Small Business Administration (SBA), state that about 78% of small business startups survive the first year; about half survive at least five years. Insufficient capital and poor management planning are contributors to…

]]>What You Need to Know About the Legal and Financial Concerns in Starting Your Own Enterprise venture.

The 2016 statistics published by the Small Business Administration (SBA), state that about 78% of small business startups survive the first year; about half survive at least five years. Insufficient capital and poor management planning are contributors to not surviving.
Successful social ventures understand what it takes to make their enterprise(s) work. Open to ventures of all types (social enterprises, small business, nonprofits and community cooperatives) this workshop will focus on the how to’s related to the legal & financial side of running any type of business, including:

Identifying the costs to running your venture

Understanding cash flow

Pricing strategies

Staying financially in the black

The tax legalities

Working/ contracting with the right professionals

Choosing the right legal entity for your mission

Working/ contracting with the right professionals

Protecting your important processes, products and services

Navigating investors, funders, grant-makers and donors

You’ll have exclusive access to professionals, so come ready with questions!

Erin McClarty, Principal of Erin McClarty, PLLC, serves as legal counsel for social impact organizations where she marries her years as Corporate Counsel for Fortune 500 organizations with her years of board service, community work and training. Adept at strategic planning, capacity building, governance and legal compliance she writes about legal issues impacting nonprofits on Notations on Nonprofits and is currently working on a nonprofit formation book. Erin’s experience with nonprofits is long and varied. From serving on local governing and advisory boards, to chairing grants initiatives, community committees and serving on panels.

Anthony Pace has a rich blend of business experience earned within the nonprofit, private and public sectors. He has worked as the E.D. of the PLAN Fund, a microfinance organization targeted to moderate income small business owners, the North Texas Food Bank, consults to Non-Profits and small businesses and teaches Economics and Business at the High School level. He is a marketer by profession, holding various corporate marketing positions at Sprint and UPS and has worked in economic development at United Nations. Anthony holds a MBA (NYU) with a concentration in marketing and international business.

Register online and pay only $25 a 50% discount plus bring a friend to the workshop for free with our + 1 promotion*

Social Enterprise Alliance of North Texas is pleased to partner with The Grove to bring this workshop to downtown Dallas.

Where is the Grove? We are located in the 501 Elm Place building, on the NE corner of Houston & Elm directly across from the 6th Floor (JFK) Museum. Our entrance faces Elm Street. When you get to the building, take the elevator to 4th floor and we are suite 450. Feel free to call 469-COWORK1 for help.

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Sun, 07 May 2017 14:47:10 +0000http://socialenterprisealliancent.org/?p=2633The North Texas chapter of Social Enterprise Alliance welcomes new board members Linda Gray and Erin McClarty. Both have strong backgrounds in business and serving nonprofit organizations. Learn more about them and all of your board members on the board of directors listing page.

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Wed, 05 Apr 2017 02:50:43 +0000http://socialenterprisealliancent.org/?p=2622Join the North Texas Chapter Tuesday, April 25, from 3 to 5:30 p.m. for this hands-on, hard-hitting workshop that will take you through each step of writing your plan. From the executive summary to developing your business situation/problem; arriving at solutions; putting together a thorough marketing plan, and brand image; managing the business and developing…

]]>Join the North Texas Chapter Tuesday, April 25, from 3 to 5:30 p.m. for this hands-on, hard-hitting workshop that will take you through each step of writing your plan. From the executive summary to developing your business situation/problem; arriving at solutions; putting together a thorough marketing plan, and brand image; managing the business and developing a financial plan you will leave with specifics to help you succeed in your enterprise.

Register by April 19, and pay only $25, plus bring a friend to the workshop for free with our + 1 promotion.

After class, stay for drinks and a 30-minute “ask anything you want of other fellow social entrepreneurs who lead successful enterprises” opportunity.

Facilitator: business expert VIN Hoey, managing director, Strategic4sight, Inc. VIN’s extensive experience in business covers strategic planning, research and marketing consulting services for nonprofit and business organizations. A senior marketing executive in nonprofit and business leadership experience. Vin teaches at SMU, The Center for Nonprofit Management, and the University of North Texas. His client list reads like a Who’s Who in business and nonprofit leadership.

Social Enterprise Alliance of North Texas is pleased to partner with The Grove to bring this workshop to downtown Dallas.

Where is the Grove? We are located in the 501 Elm Place building, on the NE corner of Houston & Elm directly across from the 6th Floor (JFK) Museum. Our entrance faces Elm Street. When you get to the building, take the elevator to 4th floor and we are suite 450. Feel free to call 469-COWORK1 for help.

*To take advantage of 50% Plus 1 discount, simply register the first attendee online, and then send an email with registrant’s name and name of 1 friend with their email to ap@paceSEconsulting.com.

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Thu, 16 Mar 2017 05:08:55 +0000http://socialenterprisealliancent.org/?p=2603A well thought out, business plan makes a difference to your bottom line. This hands-on, hard-hitting workshop will take you through each step of writing your plan. From the Executive Summary to developing your business situation/problem; arriving at solutions; putting together a thorough marketing plan, and brand image; managing the business and developing a financial…

]]>A well thought out, business plan makes a difference to your bottom line. This hands-on, hard-hitting workshop will take you through each step of writing your plan. From the Executive Summary to developing your business situation/problem; arriving at solutions; putting together a thorough marketing plan, and brand image; managing the business and developing a financial plan.

Led by business expert VIN Hoey, Managing Director, Strategic4sight, Inc. VIN’s extensive experience in business covers strategic planning, research and marketing consulting services for nonprofit and business organizations. A senior marketing executive in nonprofit and business leadership experience. Vin teaches at SMU, The Center for Nonprofit Management, and the University of North Texas. He holds a BA degree from Carnegie Mellon University and a BA degree in math and economics from DePauw University. He has worked with The United Way of Metropolitan Dallas and ExxonMobil in senior positions. His client list today reads like a Who’s Who in business and nonprofit leadership.

Register early and pay only $30 (regular workshop price of $60) plus take a friend to the workshop for free* with our 50% + 1 promotion.

Stay after class for our after-hours “Network with Purpose” starting at 5:30 p.m.; enjoy drinks, snacks and good conversation with fellow Social Enterprise supporters (included in the price of the March 23 workshop).

Social Enterprise Alliance of North Texas is pleased to partner with The Grove to bring this workshop to downtown Dallas.Upcoming Classes include:

Class 4- Legal and Financial Considerations – April 27

Class 5- Branding: Telling Your Organization’s Story – May 25

Class 6- Getting All on Board: The Right People and Plan – June 23

*To take advantage of 50% Plus 1 discount, simply register the first attendee online, and then send email with registrant’s name and name of one friend with their email to ap@paceseconsulting.com.

FAQs

Where is the Grove? We are located in the 501 Elm Place building, on the NE corner of Houston & Elm. Look for the historic brick building directly across from the 6th Floor Museum/ Book Depository. Our entrance faces Elm Street. When you get to the building, take the elevator to 4th floor and we are suite 450. Feel free to call 469-COWORK1 for help.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? – The event is DART friendly as West End Dart station is only 2 blocks from our event.METERED PARKING There is metered parking on Record, Ross & Houston. You can pay by coin, or use the “Pay By Phone” app. & LOT PARKING You can park at one of the paid lots in the Ross & Houston area which are $4 to $5. There’s also a city lot under the Woodall Rogers overpass at Houston & McKinney that’s $2 flat until 5 p.m.

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Tue, 14 Feb 2017 04:18:59 +0000http://socialenterprisealliancent.org/?p=2586Event to be held at the following time, date, and location: Thursday, February 23, 2017 from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM (CST) The Grove, Dallas Coworking 501 Elm Street #450 Dallas, TX 75202 View Map Attend Event Share this event: Join us for our class 2 of our 6-part Social Enterprise University series, The How To’s: Models of…

Join us for our class 2 of our 6-part Social Enterprise University series, The How To’s: Models of a Successful Social Enterprise! And Stay after class (5:30 PM) for our after-hours “Network with Purpose“;

Learn how to start a Social Enterprise with our class “‘The How To’s: Models of Successful Social Enterprise” and take advantage of our 50% + 1 promotion. The workshop will teach the key steps to building a social enterprise business model to support your organization’s mission and build sustainability. You will leave with business ideas, tools and tactics you can immediately apply to effectively implement a sustainable process and get your business venture off the ground.

Register early (by Feb.17) and pay only $30 (regular workshop price of $60) plus take a friend to the workshop for free*

Stay after class (5:30 PM) for our after-hours “Network with Purpose“; enjoy drinks, snacks and good conversation with fellow Social Enterprise supporters (included in the price of the Feb. 23 workshop).

Want the full Series and receive more discounts?? For the 5 class series, we are offering a special rate of $150 (regular price is $300), a 50% savings. Participants who purchase the 5 class series will receive the comprehensive manual, a step by step book on how non-profits can develop successful businesses. “The Nonprofit Guide to Social Enterprise: Show Me The (Unrestricted) Money!“(A $30+ value).

Social Enterprise Alliance of North Texasis pleased to partner with The Grove to bring this workshop to downtown Dallas. Grove Dallas, a huge proponent of entrepreneurship with Social Impact and Social Enterprise collaboration, is an exclusive sponsor of Social Enterprise University -Building a Social Enterprise series.

Upcoming Future Classes will be on a monthly basis, classes are scheduled for the 4th Thursday through June, 2017, except class 3**

Class 2- Building Your Social Enterprise- The How To’s Step by Step – Feb. 23

Class 3– Writing a Business Plan You Can Take to the Bank – March 16 (3rd Thursday)

Class 4- Legal and Financial Considerations – April 27

Class 5- Branding: Telling Your Organization’s Story – May 25

Class 6- Getting All on Board: The Right People and Plan – June 23

**Dates and times are subject to change.

*To take advantage of 50% Plus 1 discount, simply register first attendee online, and then send email with registrant’s name and name of 1 friend with their email to ap@paceSEconsulting.com

We look forward to having you join us!

FAQs

Where is the Grove? We are located in the 501 Elm Place building, on the NE corner of Houston & Elm. Look for the historic brick building directly across from the 6th Floor Museum/ Book Depository. Our entrance faces Elm Street. When you get to the building, take the elevator to 4th floor and we are suite 450. Feel free to call 469-COWORK1 for help

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? – The event is DART friendly as West End Dart station is only 2 blocks from our event.

METERED PARKING There is metered parking on Record, Ross & Houston. You can pay by coin, or using the “Pay By Phone” app. https://paybyphone.com/mobile-apps/ & LOT PARKING You can park at one of the paid lots in the Ross & Houston area which are $4 to $5. There’s also a city lot under the Woodall Rogers overpass at Houston & McKinney that’s $2 flat up till 5pm.

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Fri, 20 Jan 2017 05:48:14 +0000http://socialenterprisealliancent.org/?p=2354Did you miss last week’s Member Value Webinar? We’ll be offering a second chance to learn about all the benefit opportunities on www.socialenterprise.us, SEA’s new website, on January 26th at 2pm Central. Expect a site tour along with tips and tricks on how to use the online member directory, marketplace, events calendar and job board…

]]>Did you miss last week’s Member Value Webinar? We’ll be offering a second chance to learn about all the benefit opportunities on www.socialenterprise.us, SEA’s new website, on January 26th at 2pm Central. Expect a site tour along with tips and tricks on how to use the online member directory, marketplace, events calendar and job board to your advantage. Get a sneak peek of what’s coming in 2017!
SEA members, staff of SEA member organizations and people interested in SEA membership are welcome to attend. Call-in info will be sent to registered attendees the day before the webinar.

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Fri, 01 Apr 2016 02:52:22 +0000http://socialenterprisealliancent.org/?p=2539MARIANNE WOERNER Vice President of Social Enterprises at Catholic Charities Ft. Worth With over 25 years in in the wholesale and retail industry, with JC Penney, Fitz and Floyd and Tandy Brands Accessories, and over 3 years in non-profit social enterprises Marianne brings a rich background to her position. She came to Catholic Charities Fort…

With over 25 years in in the wholesale and retail industry, with JC Penney, Fitz and Floyd and Tandy Brands Accessories, and over 3 years in non-profit social enterprises Marianne brings a rich background to her position. She came to Catholic Charities Fort Worth in 2013 as the General Manager of WORN, a CCFW social enterprise, where she was soon promoted to Sr. Director of Social Enterprises.

Her exceptional skills in project and team management, budgeting and financial analysis, communication, negotiations, and strategic planning have resulted in the successful oversight of three current social enterprises at CCFW (Translation & Interpretation Network, Immigration Services, and Transportation Services), as well as the planning and development of future enterprises.